Research Opportunities

Integration of thermal storage systems in the commercial sector

Work description

• Characterization of the energy consumption profiles of the cooling systems with and without PCM storage.
• Development of a model for the charging and discharging of the PCM storage system.
• Development of an energy management system model for the cooling system with PCMs, aiming to define the charging and discharging periods for the PCM storage system according to specific operational goals (e.g., energy savings, lower GHG emissions, increased self-consumption).
• Prepare a scientific report on activities and write scientific articles.

Minimum profile required

• Ability to develop models for thermal storage management in buildings.
• Knowledge of optimization models in the context of energy systems.
• Knowledge of phase change materials (PCM) and their application in cooling systems.
• Knowledge of programming (e.g., Python).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Preference factors

• Experience in thermal energy modelling of buildings.
• Experience in modelling thermal storage systems, specifically phase change materials (PCM), in tertiary buildings.
• Experience in the application and evaluation of predictive optimization modules.

Maintenance stipend: € 990,98 or 1259,64, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend.

INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrolment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".

The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.

Application Period

Since 16 Jan 2025 to 16 Feb 2025

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Zenaida Mourão

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment
• A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.
• International projects
• The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.
• Mentoring
• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.
• Self Improvement
• The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.
• Other Benefits and Perks
• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.
• Informal Events
• Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.

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